Knowing that exam season time generally brings a regression in sharpness and lackluster performances one has to grade these Blue Devils on a curve. It presents unique challenges for a coaching staff to keep teams focused and playing at a high level. This young Blue Devil team has had stretches during their past few games they have looked less than stellar.
Duke started game at home against Princeton 0 for 8, with 2 turnovers and didn’t score a basket until nearly 5 minutes into the game. Duke turned an 8 to nothing deficit into a 13 point half time lead before taking flight in the second half.